Is Orange And Raspberry Flavored Lemonade Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Coop X-Tra
Orange And Raspberry Flavored Lemonade is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for Coop X-Tra. The product scores 45/100 in Zerotox, meaning it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Aspartame, Acesulfame Potassium, Saccharin affect the overall evaluation.
45 / 100
Why score is 45
The composition includes several synthetic additives such as E211 (sodium benzoate) and E202 (potassium sorbate) as preservatives, raising quality concerns. The presence of artificial sweeteners (E951, E952, E954) further indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Contains multiple artificial sweeteners (E951, E952, E954), raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains orange juice from concentrate, providing some natural flavor.
- Includes raspberry juice from concentrate, adding fruit-derived taste.
Concerns
- Contains multiple artificial sweeteners (E951, E952, E954), raising concerns about synthetic additives.
- Preservatives like E211 (sodium benzoate) and E202 (potassium sorbate) indicate a processed composition.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this soft drink.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary ingredient, providing the necessary liquid base for the beverage.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vand (Holland)
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Is Orange Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Orange Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Orange juice from concentrate adds flavor but may contain added sugars and preservatives, affecting quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: appelsinsaft fra koncentrat 5%
Read the full ingredient profile for Orange Juice From Concentrate
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Is Citric Acid safe in this soft drink?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to provide tartness and balance flavors, generally considered safe in food products.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: syre (E 330)
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Is Malic Acid safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Malic Acid is used here as acidulant. Malic acid contributes to the sour taste and is commonly used in beverages, though it is a synthetic additive.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: E 296
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Is Aspartame safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Aspartame is used here as sweetener. Aspartame is an artificial sweetener that raises health concerns due to its synthetic nature and potential side effects.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: E 951
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Is Acesulfame Potassium safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Acesulfame Potassium is used here as sweetener. Acesulfame potassium is another artificial sweetener, which may pose health risks associated with synthetic additives.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: E 952
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Is Saccharin safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Saccharin is used here as sweetener. Saccharin is a synthetic sweetener linked to health concerns, contributing to the product's overall risk profile.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: E 954
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Is Sodium Citrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sodium Citrate is used here as buffer. Sodium citrate is used to regulate acidity but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: E 331
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Is Raspberry Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Raspberry Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Raspberry juice from concentrate adds flavor but may also contain added sugars and preservatives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: hindbærsaft fra koncentrat 0,2%
Read the full ingredient profile for Raspberry Juice From Concentrate
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Is Flavoring safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is a vague term that often indicates artificial or synthetic sources, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to inhibit microbial growth, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E 202
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that can raise safety concerns, particularly in high concentrations.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E 211
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as stabilizer. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that helps maintain texture but is a processed ingredient with mixed safety profiles.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: E 415
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Is Glycerol Esters Of Wood Rosin safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Glycerol Esters Of Wood Rosin is used here as stabilizer. Glycerol esters of wood rosin are used for stabilization but are synthetic and may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: E 440
Read the full ingredient profile for Glycerol Esters Of Wood Rosin
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this soft drink?
Good
Ascorbic Acid is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid is a natural antioxidant that helps preserve freshness and is generally regarded as safe.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: E 300
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Is Carotene safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Carotene is used here as colorant. Carotene is a natural colorant that enhances appearance but may be derived from synthetic sources, raising concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: E 160a
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Is Cochineal safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Cochineal is used here as colorant. Cochineal is a colorant derived from insects, raising ethical and quality concerns regarding its use in food products.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: E 120
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4059756
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